2023 UNCF Walk for Education and Community Festival – Orlando
Together, the community achieved something truly remarkable. As of today, our event has raised over $90,000!
Our students, are beyond grateful for your generosity. The contributions will make a significant difference, lifting the weight off the shoulders of our students and their parents as they pursue their higher education. With your help, our students can now focus on their studies without the financial burden of tuition, room and board, and other college expenses.
The event was an overwhelming success, with over 400 attendees coming together to celebrate education and community. We were treated to a live stretch session with owner and trainer Damien Priester of House of Sweat, outstanding live performances by a UCF spoken word artist, Perform Orlando Arts Academy, Ladies of Destiny (L.O.D.), and RIF Elite Academy Dance Team. The music by DJ Millennium kept the energy high, and our hosts, JoJo O’Neal from Star 94.5 and Television Action News Anchor, Daralene Jones from WFTV, added a special touch to the event.
The day was filled with joy as families, friends, and even pets came together to enjoy the Kids’ Zone, the 360 photobooth, and the beautiful sunny weather.
We would also like to extend our deepest gratitude to our sponsors, without whom this event would not have been possible.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
Media Partners – Star 94.5 and TV27 Community Connection
Beverage Sponsor– Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
Presenting Sponsor – Enterprise Holdings
Sprinters’ Circle Sponsors – Oracle, Orlando Health, Regions Bank, Rhodes and Brito Architects, Bethune-Cookman University and First Horizon Bank
Doctorate Level Sponsors – Nascar, Select Medical, and Orlando Magic
Community Sponsors – UPS, Wells Fargo, Y.E.C. Event Management, Rosen Hotels and Resorts
Educator Level Sponsor – LPGA – Ladies Professional Golf Association
Friends of UNCF – John Ferguson, Ruffin Rhodes, and Psi Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Honorary Level Sponsors – Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Universal Orlando Resorts, and Tayor Presha
Special thank you to all of our vendors, community leaders, and volunteers for your invaluable support.
The dedication to our cause, enthusiasm, and commitment to education equality have made a lasting impact.
Congratulations to the winners!
Largest Corporate Team – Orlando Health
Largest Community Team – Jack and Jill of America Inc. Orlando Chapter
Top Individual Fundraisers – John Ferguson and Britni Sheppard
Top Community Fundraiser – Orange County Alumnae – Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Top Corporate Fundraiser – Wells Fargo
JOIN US NEXT YEAR SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2024!
Registration
Walk Begins
Community Festival

Blue Jacket Park
2501 General Rees Ave
Orlando, FL 32814
Presenting Sponsor – $25,000
- Custom Package Benefits of All Levels.
Signature Sponsor – $15,000
- Opportunity to provide promotional collateral to participants. 200 complimentary participant entries.
- Opportunity for mascot/spokesperson to speak at the event.
- Logo posted on the event website with a link to the company’s website. Logo on Walk T-Shirt and Banner.
- Vendor space for company-owned tent (must bring own tent, chairs, and table). Logo on advertisements distributed on social media.
- Special Presentation posted on social media. Inclusion in a press release sent to local media.
Educator’s Circle – $10,000
- Opportunity to provide promotional collateral to participants. 150 complimentary participant entries.
- Logo posted on the event website with a link to the company’s website.
- Vendor space for company-owned tent (must bring own tent, chairs, and table). Logo on Walk T-Shirt and Banner.
- Special Presentation posted on social media. Inclusion in a press release sent to local media.
Marathon Circle – $7,500
- 100 complimentary participant entries.
- Logo posted on the event website with a link to the company’s website. Logo on Walk T-Shirt and Banner.
- Vendor space for company-owned tent (must bring own tent, chairs, and table). Logo posted on social media.
Sprinter’s Circle – $5,000
- 50 complimentary participant entries.
- Logo on Walk T-Shirt and Logo posted on the event website with a link to the company’s website.
- Vendor space for company-owned tent (must bring own tent, chairs, and table).
Doctorate Level Sponsor – $3,000
- All benefits from the Community Partner, Educator, Friends of UNCF, and Honorary sponsorship levels.
- Team of 30 registered participants.
Community Partner Sponsor – $2,000
- Opportunity to speak on stage about business/organization. Social Media Shoutout.
- Vendor Booth (Company owned tent, tables, and chairs required) Team of 20 registered participants.
- Logo on yard sign along the route. Recognition in the organization newsletter. Logo on the organization’s website.
Educator Level Sponsor – $1,500
- Team of 10 registered participants. Logo on yard sign along the route.
- Recognition in the organization newsletter. Logo on the organization’s website.
Friends of UNCF – $1,000
- Logo on yard sign along the route. Recognition in the organization newsletter. Logo on the organization’s website.
Honorary Level Sponsor – $500
- Logo on the organization’s website.
EVENT RULES…
1. Set-up and registration begins at 6:00 am on the day of the event. All vendors are required to check-in. All vendor spaces are first come first serve. Set up must be substantially completed by 7:00 am*. Participants that do not check in or are not set up by 7:00 am may forfeit their opportunity to display at the event as well as any registration fees paid. *NOTE: If it is raining during set up time, you may wait to set up your tent and items until the rain has passed.
2. Cars will not be allowed on the event site. Vendors may park in a nearby parking lot to unload. All vendors who are unloading their items into their booths must COMPLETELY unload their items into their designated space, then IMMEDIATELY remove their vehicle and park in alegal parking space. DO NOT start setting up ANY part of your booth until your vehicle is parked in a legal parking space. During breakdown, COMPLETELY breakdown your booth BEFORE bringing your car near your booth space in a nearby parking lot. NO EXCEPTIONS. The United Negro College Fund, Inc. (UNCF) and City of Orlando reserves the right to use legal action to remove any vehicles from the street that are illegally parked or causing any interference of any kind with the event. The United Negro College Fund is not responsible for any damages, injury, or accidents to any vehicle on the event date.
3. Tear down may not begin before 1:00 pm and must be completed by 2:00 pm. Your area must be left clean and free of debris.
4. Displays are to be of professional quality. No displays over 10ft. in height or extending beyond the assigned booth area permitted. If using your own tent, all tents must have weights to keep from blowing away. All packaging materials and boxes are to be stored out of sight.
5. Vendor/exhibitor must conduct all activities. No distribution of literature, flyers, handbills,petitions, surveys, etc. may be conducted outside your booth space, on or about the premises, inside or out, without express written permission of UNCF, Inc. and the City of Orlando. Violation of this rule will result in the immediate shut down of the vendor or sponsor space, without the possibility of a refund.
6. All booths and exhibits must be attended at all times; personal property is the sole responsibility of the exhibitor. UNCF shall not be responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
7. No subletting or sharing of booths is permitted without written consent from UNCF.
8. There is no handing out of any food or beverage allowed without written consent from UNCF and City of Orlando. No alcohol will be served at any time. NO EXCEPTIONS.
9. Amplification of music or voice, which could constitute a nuisance to event presenters, co- exhibitors and/or guests, shall not be permitted.
10. UNCF and City of Orlando reserves the right to prohibit signs, banners and/or groupsmarketing or promoting illegal, obscene, or pornographic items. Vendors displaying such items will be dismissed from the event and forfeit any fees paid. UNCF and City of Orlando reserves the right to determine what items are appropriate and allowable.
11. All state and local ordinances regarding nudity and obscenity will be strictly enforced. No indecent exposure of private body parts is allowed. Appropriate attire is required.
12. All vendors/exhibitors are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Vendors/exhibitors will be held responsible for the conduct of themselves, representatives, and guests inside their booth(s). If at any time UNCF and City of Orlando deems the conduct unprofessional, staff will verbally warn the participant. If the unprofessional conduct continues, staff reserves the right to shut down the non-compliant booth without the possibility of a refund.
13. All vendors must fill out a vendor application and payment received before vendor is approved for the event. All vendors are required to describe what they are selling/distributing in the application below. Only those items listed will be allowed. However, UNCF and the City of Orlando reserves the right to limit the number of “like-kind” exhibitors. Additionally, we will only allow one representative from companies like Mary Kay Cosmetics, Trades of Hope, It Works, etc. to exhibit at any one event.
14. All participants understand that UNCF and the City of Orlando have no control over festivalattendance, inclement weather, or any other unforeseen events. UNCF and the City of Orlando will not be held responsible for any loss, injury, or damage to any person or property that may occur as a result.
15. All participants understand that the event will be held from 8:00 am-1:00 pm (RAIN OR SHINE), no refunds will be considered due to weather conditions. If the event must be canceled (at the discretion of UNCF and the City of Orlando), your booth fees will be forwarded for the rescheduled event date.
16. Vendor registration fees are non-refundable. No exceptions.
17. UNCF and the City of Orlando reserve the right to refuse, remove, suspend, or exclude any vendor for any reason at any time.
18. There is no smoking or vaping in or near your booth, or other vendor booths. Vendors who wish to smoke or vape during the event may do so 50ft away from other vendors or event space.
19. Booth spaces are $50.00. All vendors will need to supply their own table, chairs, and tent. Each vendor must have a 10 x 10 tent no exceptions. By signing up for the event, you agree to follow every rule stated in and agree to accept any consequences that may result from not following the event rules.
20. All vendors are responsible for their own electricity. No electricity will be provided to vendors at the location.
We are so excited to have our community come together to support our young people on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Thank you for participating this year.
Click below for more information
Participant FAQ Volunteer FAQ Vendor FAQ